"If your child is transgender, then we will find ways to support your child the best they can be, as the gender they are,” says Dr. Ehrensaft. Dr. Olson also encourages every parent to love and support their children no matter what there circumstance may be. 2. Seek online resources...
While having a transgender child is a gift, you need the support of other parents who can help you understand the nuances of raising a transgender kid in a heteronormative world. Other parents can offer you tips, education, and a trustworthy place to vent so that you can show up for your...
The number of transgender children in schools is growing and many leaders are struggling to find the right way to support these students. But Lisa Jarmin finds that best practice is much simpler than many imagine
Using the correct language will help you communicate more effectively with your child, as well demonstrate your love and support. Ask your child what pronouns they would like to use and use them! Your child may even have a different name they would like to go by that better aligns with ...
No child experiences gender in a vacuum, and children aren’t the only ones who transition; families do, emphasizes Storck. Her book offers tools to help your child thrive in all aspects of life and help you as a parent grow in understanding and support. Stacy also uses the Family Acceptan...
and it doesn't mean you don't accept your child — it means you're taking the initiative to learn how to support and encourage them in the most helpful way possible. You could reach out to theNational Queer & Trans Therapists of Color Networkto find...
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By clicking Sign Me Up, you confirm you are 16+ and agree to ourTerms of UseandPrivacy Policy. Tweet may have been deleted While Texas residents grapple with the ongoing attacks on LGBTQ rights, here's a list of resources to support the safety of trans children and their families in Texa...
8. Tell trans youth you care. Tweet may have been deleted It may seem like a simple tip, but it can make a world of difference to a transgender child. Trans youth are on the receiving end of persistent bias, hate and discrimination. They're constantly reading news stories detailing the ...
What is Stand with Trans? Roz Keith foundedStand with Transin 2015. Her son came out as transgender in 2013, when he was 13 years old. As a parent, Keith struggled to find resources. "I knew we needed to help and support our child and we just didn't know how. We didn't have any...